Space News Mission Log — Satellite Launches, Orbital Events & Analysis
Daily space news, satellite launch reports, orbital debris analysis and weekly roundups — grounded in live tracking data from our network monitoring 15 published reports.
Japan's H3 Rocket to Return with New Configuration
Japan's H3 rocket is set to return to flight with its lightest configuration, marking a significant step for JAXA's launch capabilities.
Rocket Lab Launches Japanese Satellite Amidst Lunar Telescope Race
Rocket Lab launches a Japanese satellite, while plans for a lunar telescope progress. Starlink satellites experience close approaches.
Mauritius Joins Artemis Accords; Starlink Orbit Adjustments
Mauritius becomes the 70th nation to sign the Artemis Accords, while Starlink satellites undergo significant orbital adjustments.
Roman Space Telescope Launches Amid Close Orbital Encounters
The Roman Space Telescope successfully launched, while multiple close satellite approaches were monitored. Rocket Lab prepares for a Japanese radar satellite launch.
ISS: 25 Years of Continuous Human Presence
The International Space Station (ISS) is a habitable artificial satellite that serves as a microgravity and space environment research laboratory. It is a joint project involving five participating space agencies: NASA (United States), Roscosmos (Russia), JAXA (Japan), ESA (Europe), and CSA (Canada)
This Week in Orbit: 2026-09-13
This week in orbit saw a rich tapestry of scientific insights and celestial events. A significant development was Japan's Hayabusa2 achieving the first-ever laser ranging experiment with an asteroid, marking a milestone in space exploration.
Hayabusa2's Laser Success and Starlink Manoeuvres
Japan's Hayabusa2 completes a pioneering laser ranging experiment with an asteroid. Starlink satellites adjust orbits, and space weather remains stable.
Hayabusa2's Asteroid Laser Experiment Marks a Milestone
Japan's Hayabusa2 has achieved a first-ever laser ranging experiment with an asteroid, marking a significant milestone in space exploration.
The International Space Station: A Comprehensive Guide
The International Space Station (ISS) is a multi-nation project that orbits Earth, serving as a microgravity research lab and a hub for international cooperation.
Chang'e 7 Set for Ambitious Lunar Mission Amid New Space Policy
China's Chang'e 7 is poised to launch on an ambitious lunar mission, while the US unveils a new space transportation policy.
Elveo Mobile Launched to Revolutionise Direct-to-Device Services
Lynk and Omnispace have formed Elveo Mobile to advance direct-to-device services, a significant development in satellite communications.
This Week in Orbit: 2026-07-19
This week, the James Webb Space Telescope has once again captured the scientific community's attention with its latest discovery on black holes. The telescope has provided new insights into how these cosmic giants feed themselves, a finding that could reshape our understanding of galactic evolution.